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Now Hiring: Fire Support Careers

Learn more about current positions, pay rates, locations, and deadlines.

Apply by September 28th
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Talk to a Forest Service recruiter to discover your dream job!

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Learn how to write a resume, what to include, and more.

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Now Hiring: Winter Seasonal Positions

Learn more about seasonal positions, pay rates, locations, and deadlines.

Apply by October 5th

Forest Service Careers

Forest Service employees care for public lands and serve the public. Find out who we are, what we do, and how you can start your Forest Service career journey today.

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Now Hiring!

  • Fire Support: Extended Application Deadline for Some Positions. Apply by September 28th

  • Winter Seasonal Positions: 400 Vacancies Open Nationwide: Apply by October 5th.

Who We Hire

Ready to join our team? Every career opening has different rules for who can apply. Some are jobs are open to everyone, and others are just for specific groups. Check out USAJOBS hiring paths to find where you fit. 

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Paid internships, summer jobs, and full-ride scholarships.
Learn about the Schedule A Hiring Authority
Discover how to use your skills and experience to care for National Forests and Grasslands.
Learn about how to find opportunities that match your experience and interpersonal skills.
Find opportunities that match your service interests. Discover how to use your hiring authority.
Use your public lands experience to transition into a permanent position.

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